This experience was meant to be an overview/general exposure. It undeniably was. It motivated me to find my place in it all. I know that I will be able to someday work with communities to address their concerns. I want to use my knowledge/experience to empower those already here. I truly believe that a person is only responsible for what they know. With that being said I know a ton about Uganda and what their country needs. I do feel obligated in someway. But beyond that, I have the heart to help. As I have expressed several times, understanding my privileges was unavoidable here. I know why I would want to return etc. and I have no response to why not? While at the Embassy, the Ambassador shared this quote “to learn your own country you have to leave it.” That sums up well how I feel about this experience. I have learned so much about the U.S. and myself I can’t express it all. I appreciate those who welcomed me to Uganda. I am infinitely grateful. I can't wait to use my passport again!
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JOURNAL
These are excerpts of the personal journal I kept during my three weeks in Uganda, Africa. I didn’t want to spend too much time on grammar etc. because I wanted it to be more about sharing my ideas/feelings and less about me submitting a polished reflection. I hope you understand. There are also TONS of photos sprinkled throughout. Feel free to click on the entry title and leave comments and ask any questions that will help you better understand my experience! Journal
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